* Do not squeeze hydraulic brake levers whilethe wheel / rotor is not in the bike.
Doing so may result in having to have your
pistons inside the brake caliper reset.
This may include re-bleeding the brake
system.
* Disc brakes make some noise. There is only
a millimeter or so spacing on each side of the
brake caliper. During your ride, as the wheel
flexes the rotor will contact the brake pad
and make a zinging noise. Other noises, such
as squealing may be dirty rotors,
contaminated pads, or damaged rotors.
If you are unsure, please feel free to ask our
service department for help.
* Do not use spray lubricants on your chain.
The over spray may land on your rotors and
contaminate your brake system. Only use
isopropyl alcohol to clean your rotors.
* NOTE: While disc brakes work wonderfully
even in extreme conditions, it's still important
to keep them in tip-top shape. Different
types of discs may require specific
maintenance not covered here.
Disc brake pad & rotor bed in procedure
All new brake pads and rotors should be put through
a wear-in process called ‘bed-in’. The bed-in procedure,
which should be performed prior to your first ride,
ensures the most consistent and powerful braking
feel, along with the quietest braking in most riding
conditions. The bed-in process heats up the brake
pads and rotors, which deposits an even layer of
brake pad material (transfer layer) to the braking
surface of the rotor. It is this transfer layer that
optimizes braking performance.
Warning!
The bed-in process requires you to perform heavy
braking. You must be familiar with the power and
operation of disc brakes. Braking heavily when not
familiar with the power and operation of disc brakes
could cause you to lose control of your bicycle. This
could lead to a crash, serious injury, and even death.
If you are unfamiliar with the power and operation
of disc brakes, you should have the bed-in process
performed by a qualified bicycle mechanic.
Important!
Do not lock up the wheels at any point during the
bed-in procedure
To safely achieve optimal results, remain seated on
the bike during the entire bed-in procedure.
1. Accelerate the bicycle to a moderate speed, then
firmly apply the brakes until you are at walking
speed. Repeat approximately twenty times.
2. Accelerate the bike to a faster speed. Then very
firmly apply the brakes until you are at walking
speed. Repeat approximately ten times.
Important!
3. Allow the brakes to cool prior to any additional riding.
For more information on disc brakes. Check out our website.
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